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gaeul:
Hi Everyone, Trust you all are good...it's been 3 weeks here in Canada, resuming September 2022 and I have some tips to share;

1. If you don't have excess cash to spend, or a family member to chill with or a special reason(like in my case) no need rushing here cos Canada is expensive lol.. One million naira can fly in 3 weeks and you know you can't work till September or your start date ...

2. Tecno/Infinix/ China phones don't work with their sim here

3. Everything here is expensive, so while packing foodstuffs, if u can add Duvet cover, bedspread and pillow case cos to get good bedding is like $100+

4. Unlike UK that room and houses are fully furnished, most houses/rooms are not furnished here...You sort your room/house yourself

5. Seasonings are annoyingly expensive, so bring like 2-5packets of Knoun maggi or your preferred choice. So instead of packing rice, u can add 5 packets of knoun and if u wanna compare here, e fit reach $500 and am not joking cos u can see 5cubes worth for $2.99

6. Universal charger is very expensive here, so if u google Canada universal charger and see in Nigeria, even better cos one here plus tax is almost $50 at New Brunswick...all shop same price like say nau meeting lol

7. There is Sales tax o, lots of shock here cos I lived in UK before lol... It differs but mine here is 15%...Example: if u buy a shoe for $100, when u get to checkout, you pay $115...so prepare ur mind lol

8. Most of their indigenes are warm though

Some people might already know all these but some might not, just felt it wise to share but don't fret; Canada is a beautiful and warm place, regardless of the culture or finance shock, you will adjust pretty soon... To those planning their trip; safe journey...to those expecting PPR, All the best...

NB: Added picture of Universal charger..

Thanks for sharing. Your post was very helpful. One question please, which brand of mobile phone we use here works in Canada?

yeleola:
January 15th 2022 applicant. My application is 5 months 8 days old with no update since the last update in Feb. 22 on my ed upfront medicals. My eligibility review has not started. Is this a good or bad sign ? I don wait sotey, I don dey lose weight. I know with God on his throne, my PPR will show before this week runs out. Waiting God no fit do, no dey exist. Na zo !! Other January 2022 applicants can also share their experience as e bi for their.

I am jan 7 and since update of biometrics nothing else again even tho my eligibility has started since march and nothing has show since then and the thinking about it is too much but wetin man go do

Nice one.
Please let’s connect. I’m in your DM. Thank you �

MaameU:
Based on my personal experience, it won't affect your application as long as you do the right things to convince the visa officer. Your LOE will be your main tool in convincing the visa officer. Let me share my experience (or rather my husband's).
This year, my husband wanted to go for a graduate certificate programme and was worried that because he already had a Masters and his job as well as education was unrelated to his chosen certificate programme, he will not be able to show career progression which will result in a visa refusal. He is a chartered ant with masters in finance and decided to go for a graduate certificate in data analytics (This was his heart desire. He didn't want to do any other programme). I did extensive research on his behalf here on nairaland and wrote his LOE for him (all LOE guidance can be found here as well just that it is scattered all over. ). He got his visa last Friday after exactly 70 days of submitting his application. All I did in that LOE was to show that his studies will add value to his professional life. Nairaland has a wealth of information for everyone's situation if only you will search for it. Though there are also discouraging posts here, concentrate on those that will allow you to achieve your objective. Above all pray for God's favor and never give up. Infact, in your case too, a graduate certificate in supply chain mgt will add value to your professional life. Keep that in mind.

House please how can I pay for my biometrics ?? Just want to start my processing.

ShowYoung:

Yes, you're good to go. You should look for ission first.

Thank you,

Rach90:
Let the voice of favour speak into the ears of our visa officer in Jesus name. Where ever our names appear, favour will speak. I believe it is done

Amen!!! It is done

Funmilayoo:
Amen. All February applicant will get their visa before the end of this month in Jesus name.

Spread your prayer and don’t limit it to one particular set of people... Others are waiting too not just February

gaeul:
Hi Everyone, Trust you all are good...it's been 3 weeks here in Canada, resuming September 2022 and I have some tips to share;

1. If you don't have excess cash to spend, or a family member to chill with or a special reason(like in my case) no need rushing here cos Canada is expensive lol.. One million naira can fly in 3 weeks and you know you can't work till September or your start date ...

2. Tecno/Infinix/ China phones don't work with their sim here

3. Everything here is expensive, so while packing foodstuffs, if u can add Duvet cover, bedspread and pillow case cos to get good bedding is like $100+

4. Unlike UK that room and houses are fully furnished, most houses/rooms are not furnished here...You sort your room/house yourself

5. Seasonings are annoyingly expensive, so bring like 2-5packets of Knoun maggi or your preferred choice. So instead of packing rice, u can add 5 packets of knoun and if u wanna compare here, e fit reach $500 and am not joking cos u can see 5cubes worth for $2.99

6. Universal charger is very expensive here, so if u google Canada universal charger and see in Nigeria, even better cos one here plus tax is almost $50 at New Brunswick...all shop same price like say nau meeting lol

7. There is Sales tax o, lots of shock here cos I lived in UK before lol... It differs but mine here is 15%...Example: if u buy a shoe for $100, when u get to checkout, you pay $115...so prepare ur mind lol

8. Most of their indigenes are warm though

Some people might already know all these but some might not, just felt it wise to share but don't fret; Canada is a beautiful and warm place, regardless of the culture or finance shock, you will adjust pretty soon... To those planning their trip; safe journey...to those expecting PPR, All the best...

NB: Added picture of Universal charger..

Infinix works in my province

Amen oooooooooooooooooooooo

Funmilayoo:
Amen. All February applicant will get their visa before the end of this month in Jesus name.

HelperDeji:
House please how can I pay for my biometrics ?? Just want to start my processing.

You pay alongside your visa application... it’s calculated together

Ableman101:


Initially it should be fall but the way im seeing things. I might defer to winter.

I have been itted for Niagara this winter,I’m about to start my application process but I don’t know how to go about my sop since I’m applying for international business management but I graduated as a Bsc holder in chemistry. I just graduated and currently about to complete my service year please kindly reach me if you can help me @[email protected]

…..

Good morning, please how can I get an application waiver code

So sorry I have been away.

Canada done happen to me.


I promise to serve during my holidays.

Toceen2022:

It's not compulsory for study permit, but could make your background check smoother especially for a first time applicant.

In Canada, it's compulsory for some students in certain courses to show they have clean police record, even domestic students too must submit it. For me I did, and I'll still need a valid one before starting my program in September. It's mandatory for any program or course that requires you to work with minors in Canada.

Okay thanks

gaeul:
Hi Everyone, Trust you all are good...it's been 3 weeks here in Canada, resuming September 2022 and I have some tips to share;

1. If you don't have excess cash to spend, or a family member to chill with or a special reason(like in my case) no need rushing here cos Canada is expensive lol.. One million naira can fly in 3 weeks and you know you can't work till September or your start date ...

2. Tecno/Infinix/ China phones don't work with their sim here

3. Everything here is expensive, so while packing foodstuffs, if u can add Duvet cover, bedspread and pillow case cos to get good bedding is like $100+

4. Unlike UK that room and houses are fully furnished, most houses/rooms are not furnished here...You sort your room/house yourself

5. Seasonings are annoyingly expensive, so bring like 2-5packets of Knoun maggi or your preferred choice. So instead of packing rice, u can add 5 packets of knoun and if u wanna compare here, e fit reach $500 and am not joking cos u can see 5cubes worth for $2.99

6. Universal charger is very expensive here, so if u google Canada universal charger and see in Nigeria, even better cos one here plus tax is almost $50 at New Brunswick...all shop same price like say nau meeting lol

7. There is Sales tax o, lots of shock here cos I lived in UK before lol... It differs but mine here is 15%...Example: if u buy a shoe for $100, when u get to checkout, you pay $115...so prepare ur mind lol

8. Most of their indigenes are warm though

Some people might already know all these but some might not, just felt it wise to share but don't fret; Canada is a beautiful and warm place, regardless of the culture or finance shock, you will adjust pretty soon... To those planning their trip; safe journey...to those expecting PPR, All the best...

NB: Added picture of Universal charger..

Thanks for the info. Is the universal charger really important or it’s just choice. They should have multiple sockets in a room

guys how long does it take to get tracking ID number from Vfs?

What's the difference between f1 and j1 visa

Please what do i fill in tuition and then the funds available

Omojiate:


I have been itted for Niagara this winter,I’m about to start my application process but I don’t know how to go about my sop since I’m applying for international business management but I graduated as a Bsc holder in chemistry. I just graduated and currently about to complete my service year please kindly reach me if you can help me @[email protected]

Hi I really don’t know much. Cos I’ll be using an agent. But I’m not sure about chemistry to international business. Wait for the gurus response.
Regards.

Can you please help with the 14 addresses? Thanks

CharitoJames:


Yes, i sent to one at a time and they all got delivered... all 14 addresses got delivered. Thanks a lot

CharitoJames:



Infinix works in my province

Please which province?

PatrickOkunima:


Thanks for sharing. Your post was very helpful. One question please, which brand of mobile phone we use here works in Canada?

God bless you for this insightful information.

My God did it. ITS PPR FOR ME AND MY SON. JANUARY APPLICANT

Your Faith can move mountains oo..
Congrats........

Rach90:
Let the voice of favour speak into the ears of our visa officer in Jesus name. Where ever our names appear, favour will speak. I believe it is done

Congratulations. Old or new portal Please?

Rach90:
My God did it. ITS PPR FOR ME AND MY SON. JANUARY APPLICANT

Hello house please does anyone have suggestions for list of schools in canada to study Masters in Project Management? ill appreciate a response. thanks

Congrats. May the land of Canada favour u. Mine is next in Jesus name.

Rach90:
My God did it. ITS PPR FOR ME AND MY SON. JANUARY APPLICANT

Congratulations! I'm happy for you.

Rach90:
My God did it. ITS PPR FOR ME AND MY SON. JANUARY APPLICANT

Rach90:
My God did it. ITS PPR FOR ME AND MY SON. JANUARY APPLICANT

Congratulations rach. The wait was worth it

Thanks for this information. please is it advisable to buy laptop in Canada because of the warranty ? Or buy laptop in Nigeria then take it to travel to Canada?

gaeul:
Hi Everyone, Trust you all are good...it's been 3 weeks here in Canada, resuming September 2022 and I have some tips to share;

1. If you don't have excess cash to spend, or a family member to chill with or a special reason(like in my case) no need rushing here cos Canada is expensive lol.. One million naira can fly in 3 weeks and you know you can't work till September or your start date ...

2. Tecno/Infinix/ China phones don't work with their sim here

3. Everything here is expensive, so while packing foodstuffs, if u can add Duvet cover, bedspread and pillow case cos to get good bedding is like $100+

4. Unlike UK that room and houses are fully furnished, most houses/rooms are not furnished here...You sort your room/house yourself

5. Seasonings are annoyingly expensive, so bring like 2-5packets of Knoun maggi or your preferred choice. So instead of packing rice, u can add 5 packets of knoun and if u wanna compare here, e fit reach $500 and am not joking cos u can see 5cubes worth for $2.99

6. Universal charger is very expensive here, so if u google Canada universal charger and see in Nigeria, even better cos one here plus tax is almost $50 at New Brunswick...all shop same price like say nau meeting lol

7. There is Sales tax o, lots of shock here cos I lived in UK before lol... It differs but mine here is 15%...Example: if u buy a shoe for $100, when u get to checkout, you pay $115...so prepare ur mind lol

8. Most of their indigenes are warm though

Some people might already know all these but some might not, just felt it wise to share but don't fret; Canada is a beautiful and warm place, regardless of the culture or finance shock, you will adjust pretty soon... To those planning their trip; safe journey...to those expecting PPR, All the best...

NB: Added picture of Universal charger..